Connecting People to Nature

Honoring the Cherokee tradition of land stewardship - November 1st, 2021

A reverent and symbiotic relationship with nature was historically — and continues to be today — a cornerstone of Native American cultures, including the Cherokee. This Native American Heritage Month, we honor the Cherokee tradition of land stewardship and those that continue to protect, conserve, and enhance the natural resources. read more

Wofford researchers analyze equitable access to greenspace in Spartanburg - October 14th, 2021

Wofford College professors, student fellows, and community context experts recently set out to evaluate the quality of and access to greenspaces within various Spartanburg communities, with a particular focus on the prevalence of high quality parks in areas with higher concentrations of Hispanic and BIPOC residents. read more

More than 1,000 acres protected this summer - September 27th, 2021

Join us in celebrating this huge conservation success for Upstate SC! read more

300 acres permanently protected in northern Greenville County - September 21st, 2021

We're pleased to announce the protection of 300 acres in northern Greenville County through a conservation easement in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism. read more

Where have all the grand old trees gone? - September 21st, 2021

Land Conservation Specialist Richard Carr reflects on the majestic mature trees spotted on his daily runs in Spartanburg County. read more

By Richard Carr

The Upstate Update: September 2021 - September 19th, 2021

In this month's Upstate Update, find details about our upcoming Annual Meeting, catch up on our latest land conservation projects, RSVP for a volunteer opportunity, and more. read more

Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month - September 15th, 2021

We hope you'll join us in following and supporting the important work of local organizations this Hispanic Heritage Month and all year long. read more

The Upstate Update: August 2021 - August 16th, 2021

In this month's Upstate Update, we announce the protection of 600 acres in Abbeville County, share an important action alert for Greenville County residents, and more. read more

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